THE SCOOP
With Representative Linda Koop
Feburary 2015
Issue 1
Swearing in at the Texas Capitol!!
On January 13th Representative Linda Koop along with 149 of her fellow members were sworn into the TX House of Representatives. Her husband Myron, two Sons and two Nephews were also able to attend. When asked about the special occasion Linda said, "I'm excited to be able to represent the people of HD102 and am ready to get to work."
Talking with the Texas Tribune
Representative Koop had the opportunity to sit on the Texas Tribune's "Meet the New Guys" panel with fellow freshman Representative Celia Israel and Representative Matt Rinaldi. You can watch the video here at "Meet the New Guys"
  
Proposed Budget
During the first week of our new legislative session, the House unveiled its initial budget proposal for the next two years. The issues addressed in the plan include; Fiscal Discipline, Transportation, Border Security and both Public and Higher Education. I look forward to working with my fellow Legislators to make sure that we construct a budget that is best for the citizens of Texas! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns at LINDA.KOOP@HOUSE.STATE.TX.US
  
Contact Us
Please feel free to contact my office anytime. You can reach us by:
Mail at P.O. Box 2910 Austin, TX 78768.
Phone at 512-463-0454
                             
If you're in Austin please stop by our Capitol office which is located the Capitol extension in room E1-512. We'd love to see you!       
In This Issue
Swearing In!
The Texas Tribune
Proposed Budget
Personal Message
Meet the Staff

From Left to Right
Ashley Mann - Ashley was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas and studied political science at Texas A&M University. She loves animals, traveling, and Mexican food.

Ryan Sparks - Ryan was born and raised  in Saint Louis, MO. After High School he spent 7 years in the USAF. Ryan studied Political Science at Dallas Baptist University. He loves  Baseball and proclaims the STL Cardinals the greatest team ever. 

Candace Carver -  Candace was born and raised in Southeast Texas.  She has worked with the Texas Legislature for over 6 years. The only thing that comes close to her love for Texas is her love for tacos.